On October 4, 2010, the District of North Saanich Zoning Bylaw was amended to allow for secondary suites within the Southeast Quadrant Neighbourhood. Suites are subject to requirements of the Zoning Bylaw and other applicable Bylaws and Regulations.
A Secondary Suite is defined as a self-contained dwelling unit, with no more than two bedrooms, located entirely within but clearly accessory and subordinate to a single family dwelling.
In order for a secondary suite to be authorized by the District, a number of requirements must be met, including:
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Owner-occupied dwelling |
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Zoning and location |
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Minimum lot size |
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Restrictions on other uses of the property |
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Maximum size of secondary suite |
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Building Code compliance, including fire separations |
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Parking |
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Sanitary sewer connection |
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Landscaping and screening |
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Access to the secondary suite |
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Permits and inspections |
For further information, please contact the Planning Department at 250-655-5470 |
